Control Engineer

We are seeking a Control Engineer with strong theoretical and hands-on experience in advanced motion control for robotic systems. The role focuses on the design, implementation, and validation of high-performance control algorithms for flexible robotic arms operating in dynamic environments. The ideal candidate combines strong control theory fundamentals with practical system integration capabilities and embedded software experience.
Location: Migdal HaEmek, Israel

Key Responsibilities:
-Design and implement position, velocity, and trajectory control algorithms for flexible robotic manipulators.
-Develop advanced state estimation frameworks using EKF/UKF techniques, including handling delayed and asynchronous measurements.
-Architect and tune cascade control loops for high-bandwidth electromechanical systems.
-Analyze and mitigate structural vibrations through active damping and vibration suppression techniques.
-Integrate and troubleshoot industrial motion systems and fieldbus communication protocols, including IEC 61158 / CiA DS402 and Modbus.
-Develop simulation, validation, and testing environments for control algorithms.
-Implement real-time control software in C++ and Python.
-Collaborate closely with mechanical, embedded, and software engineering teams.
-Maintain clean, documented, and version-controlled codebases using Git/GitHub workflows.
-Participate in field testing, debugging, and continuous system performance improvements.
דרישות התפקיד:
Required Qualifications:
-M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Control Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
-Strong background in classical and modern control theory.

Proven experience with:
-Familiarity with motor drives, servo systems, and motion controllers.
-Position and velocity control of robotic systems
-EKF/UKF state estimation
-Experience with industrial communication and motion-control protocols EC 61158 / DS402 and Modbus
-Strong programming skills in C++ and Python
-Hands-on: work directly with hardware, testing rigs, actuators, and sensors.
-Experience working in multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications:
-Experience with robotics frameworks and simulation tools.
-Experience with control of flexible structures
-Experience with Git/GitHub and collaborative software development practices.

Desired Personal Traits:
-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
-Ability to bridge theory and practical implementation.
-Self-driven and detail-oriented.
-Comfortable working in fast-paced R&D environments.
-Strong communication and collaboration skills.